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... a New Computer 43 Power Management Options in Windows XP 44 Standby Mode 44 Hibernate Mode 45 Power Options ... Settings 47 2 Optimizing for Greater Performance 49 Understanding Dual-Graphics Technology 49 Understanding CPU Overclocking 49 3 Dell™ QuickSet 51 4 Troubleshooting 53 Solving Problems 53 Battery Problems 53 Drive Problems 53 E-Mail, Modem...55 Error Messages 56 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 57 Keyboard Problems 57 Lockups and Software Problems 58 Memory Problems 59 Mouse Problems 60 Network Problems 60 Power Problems 61 Printer Problems 61 Scanner Problems 62...
... a New Computer 43 Power Management Options in Windows XP 44 Standby Mode 44 Hibernate Mode 45 Power Options ... Settings 47 2 Optimizing for Greater Performance 49 Understanding Dual-Graphics Technology 49 Understanding CPU Overclocking 49 3 Dell™ QuickSet 51 4 Troubleshooting 53 Solving Problems 53 Battery Problems 53 Drive Problems 53 E-Mail, Modem...55 Error Messages 56 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 57 Keyboard Problems 57 Lockups and Software Problems 58 Memory Problems 59 Mouse Problems 60 Network Problems 60 Power Problems 61 Printer Problems 61 Scanner Problems 62...
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... Drivers and Utilities Media 76 Restoring Your Operating System 78 Using Microsoft Windows System Restore 78 Using Dell PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore 79 Using the Operating System Media 82 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems 83 5 ...Removing and Installing Parts 85 Before You Begin 85 Recommended Tools 85 Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer 85 Removing the Computer Cover 86 Inside View of Your Computer 88 System Board Components 89 Memory...
... Drivers and Utilities Media 76 Restoring Your Operating System 78 Using Microsoft Windows System Restore 78 Using Dell PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore 79 Using the Operating System Media 82 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems 83 5 ...Removing and Installing Parts 85 Before You Begin 85 Recommended Tools 85 Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer 85 Removing the Computer Cover 86 Inside View of Your Computer 88 System Board Components 89 Memory...
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...Windows Help and Support 1 To access Windows Help and Support: • In Windows XP, click Start and click Help and Support. • In Windows Vista™, click...3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® Pentium® M search for components, such as the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - Online discussion with support • Reference... - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Desktop System Software (DSS) - support.dell.com NOTE: Select your computer, you reinstall the To download Desktop System Software: operating system on...
...Windows Help and Support 1 To access Windows Help and Support: • In Windows XP, click Start and click Help and Support. • In Windows Vista™, click...3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® Pentium® M search for components, such as the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - Online discussion with support • Reference... - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Desktop System Software (DSS) - support.dell.com NOTE: Select your computer, you reinstall the To download Desktop System Software: operating system on...
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... on bootable USB devices see "Boot Sequence" on when the computer reads data from or writes data to help troubleshoot a problem with your computer (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 72). 4 hard-drive activity light The hard drive light is on when a good connection exists between a network and the computer. 6... such as printers and keyboards. 7 IEEE 1394 connector Use the IEEE 1394 connector for devices that you connect occasionally, such as flash memory keys, cameras, or bootable USB devices. The light may also be on when a device such as digital video cameras and external storage devices...
... on bootable USB devices see "Boot Sequence" on when the computer reads data from or writes data to help troubleshoot a problem with your computer (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 72). 4 hard-drive activity light The hard drive light is on when a good connection exists between a network and the computer. 6... such as printers and keyboards. 7 IEEE 1394 connector Use the IEEE 1394 connector for devices that you connect occasionally, such as flash memory keys, cameras, or bootable USB devices. The light may also be on when a device such as digital video cameras and external storage devices...
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...green) line-out connector to attach a single subwoofer. Use the RCA S/PDIF connector to the main speakers in the surround sound setup. NOTE: Dell recommends that you use the front USB connectors for voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program. Systems not using subwoofers can be ... On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. Use the back USB connectors for high-speed data devices such as flash memory keys, cameras, or bootable USB devices. Use the (black) surround sound connector to avoid injury; Seek assistance before attempting to lift, move, or...
...green) line-out connector to attach a single subwoofer. Use the RCA S/PDIF connector to the main speakers in the surround sound setup. NOTE: Dell recommends that you use the front USB connectors for voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program. Systems not using subwoofers can be ... On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. Use the back USB connectors for high-speed data devices such as flash memory keys, cameras, or bootable USB devices. Use the (black) surround sound connector to avoid injury; Seek assistance before attempting to lift, move, or...
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... Guide. For a list of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in regular stereos. The media card reader supports the following memory types: • xD-Picture card • SmartMedia card (SMC) • CompactFlash card Type I and II (CF I/II) •...MicroDrive card • SecureDigital card (SD) • MiniSD card • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Reduced-size MultiMediaCard (RS-MMC) • Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro/MS Duo/MS Pro Duo) For information on installing a media card reader, see the documentation provided with Roxio Creator. •...
... Guide. For a list of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in regular stereos. The media card reader supports the following memory types: • xD-Picture card • SmartMedia card (SMC) • CompactFlash card Type I and II (CF I/II) •...MicroDrive card • SecureDigital card (SD) • MiniSD card • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Reduced-size MultiMediaCard (RS-MMC) • Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro/MS Duo/MS Pro Duo) For information on installing a media card reader, see the documentation provided with Roxio Creator. •...
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... operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to determine the proper orientation for proper orientation, and then try again. 1 2 4 3 1 xD-Picture card and SmartMedia Card (SMC) 2 Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro/MS Duo/MS Pro Duo) 4 CompactFlash card Type I and II (CF I/II) and MicroDrive card 3 Secure Digital card (SD/miniSD)/MultiMedia...
... operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to determine the proper orientation for proper orientation, and then try again. 1 2 4 3 1 xD-Picture card and SmartMedia Card (SMC) 2 Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro/MS Duo/MS Pro Duo) 4 CompactFlash card Type I and II (CF I/II) and MicroDrive card 3 Secure Digital card (SD/miniSD)/MultiMedia...
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... Options. Because hibernate mode requires a special file on your hard drive with enough disk space to store the contents of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before shipping the computer to exit from hibernate mode. If you . Each scheme has different settings...Because the keyboard and mouse do not function in the Power Options Properties window. If the computer's hard drive becomes corrupted, Windows XP recreates the hibernate file automatically. Power Schemes Tab Each standard power setting is restored to the state it was in the fields below ...
... Options. Because hibernate mode requires a special file on your hard drive with enough disk space to store the contents of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before shipping the computer to exit from hibernate mode. If you . Each scheme has different settings...Because the keyboard and mouse do not function in the Power Options Properties window. If the computer's hard drive becomes corrupted, Windows XP recreates the hibernate file automatically. Power Schemes Tab Each standard power setting is restored to the state it was in the fields below ...
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... are not using is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Memory" on page 90) to get a response by your computer. If necessary, install additional memory (see "Installing Memory" on page 92). • Reseat the memory modules (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 161. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see if that your computer. Other...
... are not using is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Memory" on page 90) to get a response by your computer. If necessary, install additional memory (see "Installing Memory" on page 92). • Reseat the memory modules (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 161. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see if that your computer. Other...
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... power. • Reseat the power cable in the Product Information Guide. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N G G R E E N - Troubleshooting 61 Power Problems . See "Diagnostic Lights" on page 89). Ensure that all memory modules (see "Memory" on page 90). • Remove and then reinstall any power strips being used are plugged into an electrical outlet and are turned on. •...
... power. • Reseat the power cable in the Product Information Guide. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N G G R E E N - Troubleshooting 61 Power Problems . See "Diagnostic Lights" on page 89). Ensure that all memory modules (see "Memory" on page 90). • Remove and then reinstall any power strips being used are plugged into an electrical outlet and are turned on. •...
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...). • If the power light is blinking amber, the computer is steady amber, a device may be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see "Diagnostic Lights" on page 66. • If the power light is blinking green, the computer is not responding, see...
...). • If the power light is blinking amber, the computer is steady amber, a device may be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see "Diagnostic Lights" on page 66. • If the power light is blinking green, the computer is not responding, see...
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... on page 61). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 179). 66 Troubleshooting Memory modules are detected, but a memory failure has occurred. • If two or more memory modules are not lit after the system successfully boots to the operating... has occurred. • Reseat any of the lights help troubleshoot a problem, your computer (see "Installing Memory" on page 92). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Installing Memory" on page 179). A possible processor failure has occurred. • Reseat the processor (see "Processor"...
... on page 61). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 179). 66 Troubleshooting Memory modules are detected, but a memory failure has occurred. • If two or more memory modules are not lit after the system successfully boots to the operating... has occurred. • Reseat any of the lights help troubleshoot a problem, your computer (see "Installing Memory" on page 92). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Installing Memory" on page 179). A possible processor failure has occurred. • Reseat the processor (see "Processor"...
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... page 179). • Ensure that no special requirements for memory module/connector placement exist (see "Memory" on page 90). • Ensure that the memory you are using is supported by your computer (see "Memory" on page 161). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 179). Troubleshooting 67 A possible USB failure has...
... page 179). • Ensure that no special requirements for memory module/connector placement exist (see "Memory" on page 90). • Ensure that the memory you are using is supported by your computer (see "Memory" on page 161). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 179). Troubleshooting 67 A possible USB failure has...
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... register failure Slave interrupt mask register failure Interrupt vector loading failure Keyboard Controller Test failure NVRAM power loss Invalid NVRAM configuration Video Memory Test failure Screen initialization failure Troubleshooting 69 Reseating the memory modules may correct the following beep code errors, see "Contacting Dell" on page 179) for instructions on obtaining technical assistance.
... register failure Slave interrupt mask register failure Interrupt vector loading failure Keyboard Controller Test failure NVRAM power loss Invalid NVRAM configuration Video Memory Test failure Screen initialization failure Troubleshooting 69 Reseating the memory modules may correct the following beep code errors, see "Contacting Dell" on page 179) for instructions on obtaining technical assistance.
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... obtaining technical assistance. 70 Troubleshooting The hard drive is not working or is not operating. The cache memory is not configured correctly. See "Contacting Dell" on page 179 for either the operating system or the program that the hard drive is not listed in the system setup ...program, enter the system setup program and restore the original value(s). C: Drive Error C: Drive Failure Cache Memory Bad, Do Not Enable ...
... obtaining technical assistance. 70 Troubleshooting The hard drive is not working or is not operating. The cache memory is not configured correctly. See "Contacting Dell" on page 179 for either the operating system or the program that the hard drive is not listed in the system setup ...program, enter the system setup program and restore the original value(s). C: Drive Error C: Drive Failure Cache Memory Bad, Do Not Enable ...
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... or hard drive controller. Message CH-2 Timer Error CMOS Battery State Low CMOS Checksum Failure CMOS System Options Not Set CMOS Display Type Mismatch CMOS Memory Size Mismatch CMOS Time and Date Not Set Diskette Boot Failure DMA Error DMA 1 Error DMA 2 Error FDD Controller Failure HDD Controller Failure INTR1 Error...). Enter the system setup program (see "System Setup" on obtaining technical assistance. Troubleshooting 71 Check the interface cable at both ends. Corrective Action See "Contacting Dell" on page 179 for instructions on page 166).
... or hard drive controller. Message CH-2 Timer Error CMOS Battery State Low CMOS Checksum Failure CMOS System Options Not Set CMOS Display Type Mismatch CMOS Memory Size Mismatch CMOS Time and Date Not Set Diskette Boot Failure DMA Error DMA 1 Error DMA 2 Error FDD Controller Failure HDD Controller Failure INTR1 Error...). Enter the system setup program (see "System Setup" on obtaining technical assistance. Troubleshooting 71 Check the interface cable at both ends. Corrective Action See "Contacting Dell" on page 179 for instructions on page 166).
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... The Service Tag for running the test. For any error conditions encountered. The following tests can be run from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it appears and follow the instructions on page 179). Displays the hardware configuration for tests run... . Run Express Test first to answer specific questions. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices attached to customize the tests you are having. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu The following tabs provide additional information for the selected device. ...
... The Service Tag for running the test. For any error conditions encountered. The following tests can be run from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it appears and follow the instructions on page 179). Displays the hardware configuration for tests run... . Run Express Test first to answer specific questions. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices attached to customize the tests you are having. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu The following tabs provide additional information for the selected device. ...
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System Board Components 1 2 3 4 28 27 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 26 14 15 25 16 24 23 22 1 white memory module connectors (DIMM_1-2) 4 IDE drive connector (IDE) 7 power button (PWR_BT) 10 SATA connectors (SATA0-5) 17 21 20 18 19 2 black memory module connectors (DIMM_3-4) 3 hard drive fan connector (FAN_HDD) 5 front I/O panel connector (FRONTPANEL) 6 back LED connector 8 FlexBay connector (INT_USB) 9 main power connector (POWER1) 11 front USB connector (FRNT_USB) 12 front panel 1394 connector (FP1394) Removing and Installing Parts 89
System Board Components 1 2 3 4 28 27 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 26 14 15 25 16 24 23 22 1 white memory module connectors (DIMM_1-2) 4 IDE drive connector (IDE) 7 power button (PWR_BT) 10 SATA connectors (SATA0-5) 17 21 20 18 19 2 black memory module connectors (DIMM_3-4) 3 hard drive fan connector (FAN_HDD) 5 front I/O panel connector (FRONTPANEL) 6 back LED connector 8 FlexBay connector (INT_USB) 9 main power connector (POWER1) 11 front USB connector (FRNT_USB) 12 front panel 1394 connector (FP1394) Removing and Installing Parts 89
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... card slot (SLOT6) 21 battery socket (BATTERY) 24 floppy drive (DSKT) 27 processor (CPU) Memory You can increase your computer, see "Memory" on the system board. See the label on the system board. DDR2 Memory Overview • DDR2 memory modules should be installed in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 or 90 Removing and Installing Parts If...
... card slot (SLOT6) 21 battery socket (BATTERY) 24 floppy drive (DSKT) 27 processor (CPU) Memory You can increase your computer, see "Memory" on the system board. See the label on the system board. DDR2 Memory Overview • DDR2 memory modules should be installed in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 or 90 Removing and Installing Parts If...
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... such as Microsoft® Windows Vista™, your computer may have, even if you purchased the new modules from Dell. If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module. Addressing Memory Configurations If you are using a 64-bit operating system, your computer warranty. B A A matched pair of modules in DIMM connectors...
... such as Microsoft® Windows Vista™, your computer may have, even if you purchased the new modules from Dell. If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module. Addressing Memory Configurations If you are using a 64-bit operating system, your computer warranty. B A A matched pair of modules in DIMM connectors...